Sakwinder Narwal: Stories Behind the Music
Sakwinder Narwal: Stories Behind the Music
At times music seems to be a joke. It might start in a hush, when none is around, and eventually blossom to a level of intimacy with the soul of the audience. This is the way Sakwinder Narwal’s tale begins. A fraction, though the tiniest one, of his life finds its way into every song he composes. That’s not the only element of the process—composing an earworm or hitting the right pitches are not the main concerns; it is all about eliciting very genuine feelings.
To Sakwinder, music was not simply a way to pass the time or a hobby. It was a means for him to escape, to ponder, and to communicate his feelings. He started off all alone with his guitar doing the same thing repeatedly. Sometimes he thought of giving it up, other times he would play for hours and feel completely uncreative. But, in the end, it was become understood. Those periods of learning were lessons of patience, listening, and making music that is really from the heart.
One of the most outstanding aspects of Sakwinder's music to me is this very fact that it is it is so genuine. He does not focus on writing songs that are trendy or will get him charts, rather he wants them to be felt by the listeners. One can not just simply hear his music but he somehow makes you feel it as well. It seems as if he is talking to you instead of performing in front of an audience. This quality has made it possible for his songs to connect with people in a manner that is rare these days. Perhaps people are aware of this even if they do not express it openly, they still think so.
For him, at times, music is a more effective tool of communication than words. A melody might convey what an entire set of words could not. And this is somewhat beautiful as it is a universal aspect. Different people might have their own interpretation of the story but will still feel the same emotion.
Each song contains a narrative, albeit a small one. On occasion, it is associated with an emotion, at other times with a fleeting instant that the artist barely remembers. Yet, he stays true to his art. No hype, no melodrama—just life. This is what makes Sakwinder's music—actually, it's not forced, it isn't striving to be so. It is authentic, like he is revealing a part of his diary.
He thinks that songs should generate such an impression, not like a product of a factory. His writing stems from his feelings, not from what he thinks the audience wants. And I believe that this is the very reason it has a different impact.
Sakwinder's approach to music is not one of haste. There are artists who might compete with each other by dropping a new track every week or concept that would go viral. Tanzanite is not such a person. He acknowledges that the creative process is not the same in all cases. Some tunes are ready to be sung in weeks while others may require months. But he doesn't mind waiting. His patience is reflected in the music he produces—lively, sincere, and with a lot of love.
Not an easy job at all being an independent musician. Yet, Sakwinder sees it as a great opportunity. He can decide what and how to create, he can choose the song's moment of readiness, and he can decide on the right mood for it. This power keeps him grounded and his music remains genuine. He’s not copying anybody; rather, he is inventing his own way.
Connecting is one of the most amazing things that his music does. People get the feeling. It’s almost as if he’s communicating with them personally, like a very soft and subtle way. Perhaps that is the reason for his songs to last that long. They are not merely the combinations of notes and lyrics but rather the narratives. And the most popular kind of narrative is the one that can be felt with one’s whole body.
Music has influenced his character. He has learned through it, for instance, patience, focusing, and self-trust. A new tune for every moment is a small mirror of his identity at that time. He is developing, teaching, and giving that development to the audience through the process. And that is what makes the trip as valuable as the very songs.
Sakwinder Narwal is still the one who has a lot more to offer. Fresh tracks, fresh tales, freshly lived experiences. However, a single factor remains unchanged—his music-making is purposeful. Not for recognition, not for excitement, but simply because he has the urge. And this is what the audience perceives. This is what the audience recalls.
Sakwinder Narwal: Stories Behind the Music is not only a title but also a pledge. A pledge made to the listeners of sincerity, feeling, and bond. His music, at times, is soft, still, however, it is the most expressive. Besides, if you pay attention, you will catch the tale of each note.